Rubs

Herb Crust Lamb Rub

Mediterranean

Ingredients & ratio

Coarse Kosher Salt2 parts
Coarse Black Pepper2 parts
Dried Rosemary Crushed2 parts
Dried Thyme1 part
Garlic Powder1 part
Lemon Zest1 tsp
Dried Lavender0.5 tsp

tsp = teaspoon / cucchiaino

Lavender is powerful — never exceed half a part or it dominates everything

Preparation

  1. Crush the rosemary and lavender in a mortar before mixing to release the essential oils.
  2. Combine with remaining ingredients.
  3. Apply generously on all surfaces of the cold lamb from the fridge.
  4. Rest in the fridge uncovered for 2–4 hours before cooking.
  5. Cook straight from cold.

Notes

Use food-grade culinary lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) only. Decorative or perfume lavender is not safe for consumption. Lavender amplifies during cooking — start with less.

Best for

Lamb ChopsLamb RackLamb ShoulderLamb Leg

Wood pairings

cherrygrapevineolive